Avocado carrier oil is extracted from the seed of avocado fruit (persea gratissima) by cold pressing. Avocado oil contains a high amount of proteins and unsaturated fats, both of which are strong skin agents. Avocado oil actually contains omega-3 fatty acids, those very same fatty acids as found in fish oil. Avocado oil is rich in antioxidants, making it useful for healing sun-damaged skin. Antioxidants like vitamins a, d and e in avocado cause the skin to be suppler, and are thus particularly good for dry or aged skin. It contains lecithin and potassium, which are all highly beneficial for the skin as well as hair. It acts as a good conditioner; rescue for split ends, regulates hair growth & promotes shiny hair